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Docosahexaenoic Acid

Docosahexaenoic Acid is vital for infants to aid in growth and functional development and in adults for sustaining healthy brain function.Fetal alcohol syndrome, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), cystic fibrosis, phenylketonuria, unipolar depression, aggressive hostility, and adrenoleukodystrophy are often affiliated with DHA deficiency. Breast milk and fatty fish meals have adequate DHA. In addition, meats and eggs contain low levels of DHA.

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Is it good to take after 30 weeks of pregnancy?

Query: Hi doctor, I am in my 25th week of pregnancy which is post IUI. I am also a thyroid patient and on Thyroxine. I am taking Aspirin ASA 50 mg, calcium and protein supplements in the form of tablet and syrup. I am taking capsule MCBM DHA for Folic Acid. I would like to get your valuable advice on the f...  Read Full »


Dr. Sameer Kumar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your history, I understand that you are a thyroid patient and have had an IUI (intrauterine insemination) pregnancy. Hence, you would have been started on Aspirin ASA 50 (Acetylsalicylic Acid), Folic Acid and Progesterone support during your first trimester. Then, ...  Read Full »

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